Quick and Zesty Ginger Asian Coleslaw Dressing You’ll Crave
A quick and flavorful Ginger Asian Coleslaw Dressing that enhances any meal with its zesty and fresh ingredients.
Equipment
- - Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- - Knife
- - Cutting board
Ingredients
For the Dressing
- 1/4 cup Rice Vinegar adds acidity
- 3 tbsp Sugar balances tanginess
- 1.5 tbsp Soy Sauce provides umami kick
- 3 tbsp Olive Oil creates a rich base
- 1 tbsp Sesame Oil enhances depth
- 1.5 tbsp Ginger finely minced or grated
- 2 cloves Garlic minced finely
- 0.75 tsp Salt enhances flavors
- 0.5 tsp Chili Flakes adjust to taste
For the Slaw
- 2.25 lbs Cabbage shredded
- 4 Scallions separate whites and greens
- 1 cup Cilantro roughly chopped
- 2 tbsp Toasted Sesame Seeds lightly toasted
- 1/3 cup Roasted Peanuts providing crunch
Instructions
Making the Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, and salt until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- Finely mince the garlic and ginger. Add them along with olive oil and sesame oil. Whisk well to emulsify.
Preparing the Slaw
- Slice the scallions, keeping the whites separate from the greens.
- Chop the cilantro and shred the cabbage into thin strips.
- In a large bowl, toss together the shredded cabbage, scallion whites, and cilantro. Pour dressing over and mix well.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Optionally, lightly toast sesame seeds and peanuts for enhanced flavor.
Notes
Dress the coleslaw just before serving to keep cabbage crisp. Experiment to suit your taste preferences.